Baja BA 250 Owner's Manual Page 1

IAlways wear a helmet; It could save your Life!Please obtain, review, and follow provincial / municipal government acts and regulations pertaining to

4 SAFETY· Never allow a child under age 16 to operate an ATV without adult supervision, and never allow continued use

5 SAFETY· Always follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described in this manual. Check the terrain carefully

6· Never modify an ATV through improper installation or use of accessories.· Never exceed the stated load capacity for an ATV. Cargo should be prop

7FUEL AND OILFUELProper fuel is very important for the engine. Ensure there is no dust, dirt, or water which has mixed in the fuel. Use regular unle

8LOCATION OF LABELSRead and follow all of the warnings labels on your ATV. Make sure you understand all the labels. Keep the labels on the ATV. Do

9 LOCATION OF LABELS2Operation of the ATV by children under the age of 16 increases the risk of severe injury or death.NEVER permit

10 LOCATION OF LABELS6THIS VEHICLE IS AN ALL -TERRAIN VEHICLE AND IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE ON PUBLIC HIGHWAYS56

111 - Red Light - Reverse indicator Light illuminates when ATV is in Reverse.2 - Green Light - Neutral indicator

12HANDLEBAR & SWITCHESLEFT HANDLEBAREngine Stop SwitchWith Engine stop switch in the “OFF” position (right) the engine cannot be started. With th

13Throttle lever Controls engine and ATV speed.. Operate this lever with yourthumb. Push lever forward to increase engine and ATV speed. Release

II“YOUR ATV CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE. A collision or rollover can occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers such as turning and driving on hills

14Fuel levelFiller neckFUEL VALVEThis vehicle has one manually operated fuel valve. There are 3 positions “ON” “OFF”

15SEAT LOCKTo remove seat, lift latch upTo lock the seat, slide into retainer and push down rmly. WARNINGOverlling the fuel tank could be hazardous.

16 RIDING YOUR ATVRIDING YOUR ATVWHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE RIDINGBefore riding, you should read all the following information carefully. If yo

17INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING WARNINGFailing to inspect the ATV before operating could be hazardous. Failing to perform proper maintenance could also be

18Check the condition of the ATV to make sure that the ATV does not have mechanical problems or you could get stranded when you ride. Before riding t

19 RIDING YOUR ATVBREAK-INThe rst month is the most important in the life of your vehicle. Proper operation during this break-in period will be

20 WARNINGNever operate this ATV at night. Night is dened as the period of time 30 minutes before sunset to 30 minutes after sunrise.You may collide

21 RIDING YOUR ATVSAFETY GEARA DOT approved motorcycle helmet is the most important part of your safety gear. A DOT approved motorcycle helmet c

22 WARNINGOperating this ATV at excessive speeds.Increases your chances of losing control of the ATV, which can result in an accident.Always go at a s

23 RIDING YOUR ATV WARNINGFailing to use extra care when operating thisATV on unfamiliar terrain.You can come upon hidden rocks, bumps, or holes,

IIICongratulations on your purchase of the BA250 ATV. It is warranted to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period o

24 WARNINGRunning your ATV indoors where there is little or no ventilation could be hazardous.Breathing in exhaust gases from the ATV could cause seve

25This ATV has a 4 speed transmission withReverse To shift vehicle in neutral, hold clutch lever in and depress shift lever down until green neutral

26 WARNINGThe ATV may start moving as soon as you release the parking brake.Unexpected movement could cause you to lose control of the ATV.Make sure t

27 WARNINGBraking while turning the ATV could be hazardous.Use of the brake when turning could cause the ATV to slide or roll over.Use the brake to sl

28 RIDING YOUR ATVTURNINGTo turn the ATV, the rider must use the proper technique. Because this vehicle has a solid rear axle, both rear wheels

29 RIDING YOUR ATVOPERATION ON HILLS WARNINGOperating on excessively steep hills.The vehicle can overturn more easily on extremely steep hills th

30 RIDING YOUR ATVTo climb a hill with the ATV, follow the directions below.1. Speed up and maintain a steady speed before reaching the top of

31 RIDING YOUR ATVTo ride down a hill with the ATV, follow the instructions below.1. Check the terrain carefully for any obstacles before you g

32 WARNINGStalling, rolling backwards or improperly dismounting while climbing a hill.Could result in ATV overturning.Use proper gear and maintain ste

33 RIDING YOUR ATVIf you come to an obstacle that you cannot avoid, you may be able to cross over it by using the following procedure.1. If the

IV WARNINGThe engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproduc

34 RIDING YOUR ATVRIDING THROUGH WATERYou can ride the ATV through shallow water. Make sure it is not more than 10cm (4 inches) deep and is not

35 RIDING YOUR ATVRIDING IN COLD WEATHERPre-ride InspectionCheck that the throttle and all control levers move freely. Make sure that the footre

36DRESSING FOR COLD WEATHER RIDINGRiding in cold weather can be hazardous. At a temperature of 10°F (-12°C), the wind chill created by going just 10

37RIDING YOUR ATV ON SNOW AND ICEPractice riding your ATV in an open snow or ice covered area, at slow speeds, before handling out on snow- or ice-cov

38ACCESSORY USE AND VEHICLE LOADINGThere are many types of accessories for sale. However, we cannot have direct control over their quality or suitabi

39BA250 Weight limitNever exceed the weight limit shownTotal weight limit is 331 lbs (150 Kg) this limit includes rider and acces-sories6. Distribu

40 WARNINGImproper maintenance or failing to perform recommended maintenance could be hazardous.If you perform improper maintenance or do not maintain

41It is very important to inspect and maintain your ATV regularly. Follow the guidelines in the chart. The intervals between periodic services in mo

42TOOLSA tool kit is provided with your ATV.SPARK PLUGYour ATV is equipped with a Champion P-RA7HC spark plug. To determine if the standard spark plu

43NOTE: This ATV uses resistor-type spark plug to avoid jamming electronic parts. Improper spark plug selection may cause electronic interference wi

V[Right][Left]6 BA150Rear TireGas CapSeatCarburetorMuferFront TireFront shocksRear shockChokeTail LightFuel Shut off Valv

44 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCEVALVE INSPECTIONrefer to maintenance schedule in this owner’s manual for valve adjustment inspection intervals.Valve

45BATTERY INSTALLATIONINITIAL SERVICE AND INSTALLATION OF BATTERY: WARNINGThe following procedure is very dangerous and should be performed with the u

46Note: The following page is for vehicles with battery’s containing separate electrolyte pack. Preparing the battery:· Place battery on level surfac

47How to Initially Charge the battery:1. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the red positive (+) pole of the battery. (see gure 24)2. Connect t

48Battery Replacement:· Remove old battery. Mark which cable is connected to the positive terminal (+) and which cable is connected to the negative (

49THE ADJUSTMENT OF THROTTLE LEVERTo adjust the throttle lever play:1. Loosen adjuster nut and move adjuster in or out to obtain the correct play.2..

50IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENTTo adjust the idle speed properly, you need a tachometer. If you do not have one, ask your authorized service center to perfor

51 WARNINGNew and used oil could be hazardous.Children and pets may be harmed by swallowing new or used oil. Continuous contact with used oil can cau

52Checking and Changing engine oilOil Filter Screen removal and cleaningThe engine oil should be checked before every ride and changed every 20 to 40

53AIR FILTERThe air cleaner element must be kept clean to provide good engine power. If you use your vehicle under normal, low-tension conditions, yo

VIPlease read this manual and follow all instructions carefully. To emphasize the special information, the symbol and the words WARNING or CAUTION h

54Wash foam element per instructions:1. Fill a washing pan large enough to hold the element with a nonammable cleaning solvent. Immerse element in t

55 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE WARNINGOil and solvent could be hazardous.Children and pets could be harmed from the oil and solvent.Be sure to kee

56DRIVE CHAIN/SPROCKETSThe condition and adjustment of the drive chain should be checked before riding. Always follow the guidelines below for inspec

57DRIVE CHAIN CLEANING, OILING AND ADJUSTINGClean and oil the chain as the following:1. Wash the chain with water.2. Dry the chain, and then oil the

58TIRESThe ATV is equipped with low pressure tubeless tires of the size and type listed below:Tire Tread ConditionTire Air PressureCheck the air press

59 WARNINGOperating this ATV with improper tires, or with improper or uneven tire pressure.Use of improper tires on this ATV, or operation of this ATV

60Tire Replacement:Your ATV has low-pressure tubeless tires. Air is sealed by the contact surfaces of the inner wheel rim and the tire bead. If the

61 WARNINGFailing to inspect and maintain your ATV’s brake system properly could be hazardous.Improper maintenance of the brake increases your chance

62REAR HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE INSPECTION WARNINGFailing to maintain the brake shoes or pads could be hazardous.Riding with worn brake shoes, pads, or sh

631234OOOO5GGENERAL LUBRICATIONProper lubrication is important for safe, smooth operation and long life of your vehicle. Be sure that all lubrication

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64TROUBLESHOOTINGThis troubleshooting guide is provided to help you nd the cause of some common complaints.COMPLAINT: Engine is hard to start or doe

65IGNITION SYSTEM CHECK1. Remove the spark plug and reattach it to the spark plug lead.2. Push the electric button “START “. Apply the rear brake l

66It is best to transport the ATV in the normal upright position.Before transporting the ATV make sure the fuel valve is turned to the “off” position

67CLEANING PROCEDUREA thorough cleaning of your ATV is a necessary part of maintenance. It will help keep your ATV looking and performing best. Prop

68WASHING YOUR ATVWith some care, your ATV can be washed in a similar manner to washing an automobile.Note: Avoid spraying or allowing water to ow o

69STORAGE PROCEDUREIf you do not use your ATV for an extended period, it will need special service requiring appropriate materials, equipment and skil

70SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONYou need to know the frame and engine serial numbers to get title documents for your ATV. You also need these numbers to help

71SPECIFICATIONS BA250DIMENSIONS AND DRY MASSOverall length...

72 WIRE DIAGRAMBA250 Wire diagram

73BAJA MOTORSPORTS – EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTYYOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONSThe emission control system warranty period for this vehicle

2ADJUSTMENT OF THROTTLE LEVER...49IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT...

74Your emission control system warranty covers components whose failure would increase an engine’s emission, including electronic controls, fuel injec

75Use of the vehicle in any type of competitive racing or related events immediately and completely voids this and all other warranties.LIMITED LIABIL

Baja, INC.P.O. Box 61150Phoenix, AZ. 85082Tel: 602-443-9180Toll Free: 888-863-2252

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